June 18, 2026

By Olasunkanmi Akoni

Panic erupted on Thursday when fire gutted part of a multi-storey building housing Polaris Bank Tower at 61/65 Broad Street, Lagos Island, Lagos State.

Eyewitness videos circulating on social media showed thick smoke billowing from the building, forcing occupants and business operators to scamper to safety.

The incident reportedly occurred around 11:45 a.m., triggering a swift response from emergency services in the area.